Events

  • Jul 28

    Moving Beyond Cottage Food

    July 28, 2025 – November 3, 2025 Zoom Webinar

    Entrepreneurs and cottage food operators can learn basic knowledge to guide them in the right direction for becoming a licensed food operator and Moving Beyond Cottage Foods.

  • Aug 14

    Michigan Cottage Food Law - August 14, 2025

    August 14, 2025 10:00AM – 12:00PM Zoom Webinar

    The Michigan Cottage Food Law, Food safety practices related to producing cottage foods and how to start a cottage food business.

  • Aug 18

    Van Buren DIstrict Library - Preservation Equipment & Freezing

    August 18, 2025 5:30PM – 7:00PM Webster Memorial Branch 200 North Phelps Street Decatur MI 49045

    Explore home food preservation equipment and recipes, along with how to preserve your fruit and vegetables by through blanching and freezing.

  • Aug 24

    Bee Palooza

    August 24, 2025 1:00PM – 4:00PM MSU Horticulture Gardens, 1066 Bogue St, East Lansing, MI 48824

    Bee Palooza is a free event for all ages to “bee our neighbor,” focusing on supporting Michigan pollinators and plants.

  • Aug 25

    International Master Gardener Conference

    August 25, 2025 – August 28, 2025 Online

    A four-day celebration of gardening, innovation, and sustainability! Gain insights from experts, explore global gardening practices, and connect with passionate gardeners working to make a difference.

  • Aug 25

    Michigan Cottage Food Law - August 25, 2025

    August 25, 2025 2:00PM – 4:00PM Zoom Webinar

    The Michigan Cottage Food Law, Food safety practices related to producing cottage foods and how to start a cottage food business.

  • Aug 25

    Van Buren DIstrict Library - Water bath Canning Process & Pressure Canning

    August 25, 2025 5:30PM – 7:00PM Webster Memorial Branch 200 North Phelps Street Decatur MI 49045

    Explore home food preservation basics of water bath and pressure canning.

  • Sep 3

    2025 Conservation Stewards Program: Washtenaw County

    September 3, 2025 – November 12, 2025 Hybrid

    The Michigan Conservation Stewards Program is designed for those interested in science-based ecosystem management principles & sharing this knowledge with others.

  • Sep 4

    2025 Conservation Stewards Program: Oakland County

    September 4, 2025 – November 13, 2025 Hybrid

    The Michigan Conservation Stewards Program is designed for those interested in science-based ecosystem management principles & sharing this knowledge with others.

  • Sep 8

    2025 Conservation Stewards Program: Oceana County

    September 8, 2025 – November 3, 2025 Hybrid

    The Michigan Conservation Stewards Program is designed for those interested in science-based ecosystem management principles & sharing this knowledge with others.

  • Sep 8

    Michigan Cottage Food Law - September 8, 2025

    September 8, 2025 6:00PM – 8:00PM Zoom Webinar

    The Michigan Cottage Food Law, Food safety practices related to producing cottage foods and how to start a cottage food business.

  • Sep 9

    2025 Conservation Stewards Program: Newaygo County

    September 9, 2025 – November 4, 2025 Hybrid

    The Michigan Conservation Stewards Program is designed for those interested in science-based ecosystem management principles & sharing this knowledge with others.

  • Sep 9

    2025 Conservation Stewards Program: Alpena County

    September 9, 2025 – November 11, 2025 Hybrid

    The Michigan Conservation Stewards Program is designed for those interested in science-based ecosystem management principles & sharing this knowledge with others.

  • Sep 10

    2025 Conservation Stewards Program: St. Clair County

    September 10, 2025 – November 12, 2025 Hybrid

    The Michigan Conservation Stewards Program is designed for those interested in science-based ecosystem management principles & sharing this knowledge with others.

  • Sep 10

    Van Buren DIstrict Library - Hand-On Class: Picking

    September 10, 2025 5:30PM – 7:30PM Webster Memorial Branch 200 North Phelps Street Decatur MI 49045

    Join us as we explore the home preservation technique of pickling.

  • Sep 15

    Moving Beyond Cottage Food - September 15, 2025

    September 15, 2025 6:00PM – 7:30PM Zoom Webinar

    Entrepreneurs and cottage food operators can learn basic knowledge to guide them in the right direction for becoming a licensed food operator and Moving Beyond Cottage Foods.

  • Sep 17

    Van Buren DIstrict Library - Hand-On Class: Applesauce

    September 17, 2025 5:30PM – 7:30PM Webster Memorial Branch 200 North Phelps Street Decatur MI 49045

    Join us as we preserve home made applesauce in this hands on home foods preservation class.

  • Sep 24

    Michigan Cottage Food Law - September 24, 2025

    September 24, 2025 10:00AM – 12:00PM Zoom Webinar

    The Michigan Cottage Food Law, Food safety practices related to producing cottage foods and how to start a cottage food business.

  • Oct 4

    Michigan Beekeepers Association Fall Conference

    October 4, 2025 9:00AM – 5:00PM Washtenaw Community College, Morris Lawrence Building, 4800 E Huron River Dr, Ann Arbor, MI 48105

    The Michigan Beekeepers Association Fall Conference is a great place to learn about beekeeping and honey bee health!

  • Oct 7

    Michigan Cottage Food Law - October 7, 2025

    October 7, 2025 2:00PM – 4:00PM Zoom Webinar

    The Michigan Cottage Food Law, Food safety practices related to producing cottage foods and how to start a cottage food business.